The Future Of In-Car Tech

A lot of this tech is already featured in some higher end cars but will more than likely become commonplace through 2017 and beyond:

More cars will offer Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, providing a cheap way to get navigation. It connects a supported vehicle to a compatible smartphone, enabling uninterrupted access to and interaction directly through a car dashboard.

Infotainment system - expect to see integrated infotainment systems in automobiles that deliver entertainment and information content.

More midsize and compact cars will offer adaptive cruise control (AAC) - it’s an optional cruise control system for road vehicles that automatically adjusts the vehicle speed to maintain a safe distance from vehicles ahead. You can also expect to see stop-and-go. Some systems will also take the car to a full stop and allow it to creep slowly ahead so that you never have to touch the brake or accelerator in stop-and-go motorway traffic.

Rear cameras for parking will be universal.

Odds are you’ll find two USB jacks in front, maybe two more in back. That’s small but important, and long overdue: one USB jack for every seat in the car.

A multi-user Wi-Fi hotspot - this should help keep the kids occupied on those long trips!

Autopilot hardware built in. Self-driving cars will mean that there are fewer accidents on the road, at least theoretically. This is due to the fact that a number of car accidents are caused by negligent drivers.

Three rows – especially in mid-size crossover or SUV vehicles

Hydrogen may be part of the long-term future for cars. hydrogen as its onboard fuel for motive power.

Expect to see car brands offer an electric, a hybrid, and a plug-in hybrid version of their models: